Top 10 Best Impulse Sealer For Your Business (Reviews)

Packaging is important when you sell any product. If you need to encase your products in any kind of plastic bag, you’ll probably want to invest in an impulse sealer. These tools use heat to seal together packaging and they can result in a great looking, perfectly packaged product.

That is, they *can* result in this. Your package can also look really awful and amateurish. How do you ensure that it’s the former? It’s really important that you use a good sealing machine.

Believe me, there are a lot of really awful options out there.

I weeded through all the duds to find the very best options available.

I compiled this list of the 10 best impulse sealers, including different sizes and different price levels. I made sure that all of the sealers on this list are easy to use and perform with a consistent level of quality.

When packaging products, you typically want a uniform look to your seal. If you want high-quality, great-looking packaging, seal your bags with one of these products.

If you’re looking for a user-friendly impulse sealer, this Metronic machine is worth looking at. No warm-up time is needed which is a really nice feature. You can just turn it on and start sealing. The adjustable timer with 8 heat levels means that you can use it with a variety of different plastics.

Plastic and mylar bags will be sealed especially well but a variety of plastics can be used with this sealer.

A red light indicates when a seal is complete. Safety is taken into consideration with this tool and a heat dissipating design prevents you from getting burned.

A high-temperature-resistant cloth and high-quality pure copper heating wire along with a smooth, heat-resistant silica gel result in optimal sealing.

The copper wire will have a longer lifespan than other heating wires.

Two extra sealing elements are included. This is a very durable tool that could easily seal more than 10,000 bags.

Pros

no warm-up time needed

adjustable timer with 8 levels

works with wide variety of plastics

safety features

extra sealing elements included

very durable

Cons

no built-in cutter

rather heavy

some quality control issues

Verdict: For a reasonable price, the 16” Metronic Impulse Sealer is an easy-to-use tabletop sealing tool that should continue working well for a long time.

If you have space for it, a commercial model like this one from GoPlus can help streamline your operation.

This unit has a 12-inch sealing element that you control using a foot pedal.

The adjustable timer means you can seal bags of different thicknesses and different plastic types. A high-quality copper transformer is used to create the perfect amount of heat without wasting electricity.

No warmup time is needed and a bag can be sealed in 0.2 to 2 seconds, depending on plastic type and thickness.

Image credits: Goplus

This unit does have to be assembled but it’s fairly easy to do so. That said, the instructions could definitely be better and in some cases, the product is shipped without any instructions whatsoever.

The construction is very sturdy and the durable finish should resist rusting and other corrosion. A replacement element is included.

Pros

hands-free, pedal operation leads to more efficiency

adjustable timer, works with varying thickness and different plastics

no warmup time needed

lightweight

easy to use

affordable

Cons

very short

instructions are hard to understand

replacement parts are hard to come by

quality control issues

Verdict: The GoPlus Commercial Impulse Sealer is an affordable machine that is easy to use and offers hands-free operation. Because it is quite short, operating it while standing up might be awkward for taller users.

Depending on how often you will need to use your sealing machine, you might be looking to buy a machine that doesn’t take up much space and is easy to store out of the way.

This slim tabletop tool from Flexzion certainly fits the bill.

It’s lightweight, compact, and easy to tuck away out of sight.

This makes it ideal for the user who will only use it occasionally. It’s also quite cheap, another attractive feature for the user who only needs a sealer every now and again.

This is another unit that doesn’t need any warmup time. It has an adjustable timer with 8 different settings, making it appropriate for use with a number of different plastics of different thicknesses.

Depending on the bag type, you can get a seal in 0-3.5 seconds. It’s easy to use and a red indicator light lets you know when a seal has been achieved.

Pros

good customer service

very affordable

lightweight with slim, compact design

no warmup time needed

adjustable timer, works with most plastic types

Cons

not as durable as other sealers

no replacement parts are included

no instructions included

Verdict: The Flexzion Bag Sealer is a good choice if you want to be able to easily store your sealer out of the way when not in use because of its compact and lightweight design.

If you’re looking for a user-friendly option, this Metronic machine is worth looking at. No warm-up time is needed which is a really nice feature. You can just turn it on and start sealing. The adjustable timer with 8 heat levels means that you can use it with a variety of different plastics.

Plastic and mylar bags will be sealed especially well but a variety of plastics can be used with this sealer.

A red light indicates when a seal is complete. Safety is taken into consideration with this tool and a heat dissipating design prevents you from getting burned.

This is a tool that is fine for the occasional home user but it will also serve busier commercial operations. You can complete up to 1,000 seals/day.

It’s easy to use and it can handle poly bags and a variety of thermoplastic materials. There are 8 different heat settings.

An indicator light lets you know when the seal is complete. This tool is around two feet long but it has a very slim profile so it doesn’t really take up a ton of space.

Pros

includes a cutter

adjustable timer, can handle variety of plastics

can handle larger bags, up to 16″

no warmup time needed

easy to use

Cons

expensive

possible quality control issues

Verdict: It’s not cheap, but the UltraSource Heat Sealer lets you handle large bags and has the huge advantage of including a cutter for greater efficiency.

More often than not, you’ll be sealing the same size of bag all the time.

If you’re only sealing small bags, there’s no point in wasting money on a bigger sealer than you need.

The Bag-N-Seal has an 8″ seal length and it will work with most plastics, including mylar polyflex, and more.

It’s easy to use and doesn’t require any warmup time. The tool is solidly built with all-metal construction.

This sealer comes with two heating element wires, expanding the longevity of the tool, and a Teflon cloth strip. The Bag-N-Seal is easy to use and a light indicator will let you know when the seal has been completed.

Pros

very affordable

solid, all-metal construction

easy to use

replacement heating element included

Cons

not quite as durable as some other sealers

Verdict: The Bag-N-Seal is a great value and a good option for those only looking to seal smaller bags.

If you want a cheap 12″ sealer, you might want to say yes to the Yescom Impulse Sealing Machine.

This nice looking blue machine is very affordably priced and it features a 12″ sealing element.

It can handle a variety of plastics and has an 8-level timer for setting the heat.

The long-handle design ensures that you can seal efficiently. An extra heating element and a Teflon sheet are included with this sealer.

This tool is lightweight and compact. For the price, you can’t expect this to be the perfect tool and the construction quality is a bit lacking with largely plastic parts. That said, for the price, it’s surprisingly good at doing what it does.

Pros

low price

easy to use

includes extra sealing element

adjustable timer, works with most plastics

Cons

largely plastic construction isn’t of the highest quality

instructions aren’t great

some quality control issues

Verdict: The Yescom isn’t perfect but for the price, it’s surprisingly good at what it does.

The price for this sealer is almost unbelievably low. Not surprisingly, it’s only going to work for small bags.

It has a 6.25″ heating element. This is probably not the best tool for commercial use but it’s a pretty ideal option for resealing food bags for freshness.

You could also use it for sealing smaller bags for non-food items but you don’t have very much control as there are no heat settings.

In addition to the low price, this tool is unique for its wireless design. It takes 6 AA batteries to run, which aren’t included. This sealer is very easy to use but the instructions aren’t very helpful.

This sealer would be better, in my opinion, if it wasn’t battery-operated. The cost of batteries would override the low price pretty quickly, especially if you were to use it for sealing a significant volume of bags.

Ultimately, this product isn’t really an impulse sealer.

It’s just a heat sealer. It may not be ideal for many people packaging products for sale but it’s really perfect for some light home use. And it certainly could be used successfully for packaging products.

Pros

super low price

easy to use

wireless

lightweight and compact

Cons

small heating element

poor instructions

no adjustable timer

won’t work on all plastics

some quality control issues

Verdict: The price of the Rev 6.25″ Bag Sealer is crazy low but so should be your expectations. It can seal quite well but it has a number of significant limitations.

This sealer from Kseven has an 8″ sealing element so it’s a good option for those who only need to seal smaller bags.

A tabletop model that is lightweight and relatively compact, it’s pretty user-friendly.

The rounded knob on the handle makes the operation more comfortable and more efficient.

An adjustable timer lets you use a variety of different plastic types, all with no warmup time necessary. A replacement heating element and a Teflon seal are included.

Pros

affordable

easy to use

adjustable timer, works with most plastic types

no warmup time needed

compact and lightweight

Cons

construction is a bit on the cheap side

not as durable as other models

Verdict: If you want a low-cost sealer for small bags, the Kseven 8″ Impulse Sealer is a perfectly good option.

Buyer’s Guide & Frequently Asked Questions

What type of bags should I get?

With most of these plastic bag sealers, you can use almost any kind of bag imaginable. Think about what you’re going to put in the bag when making this decision.

PVC shrink wrap bags might be a good option for you. Cellophane bags will be a better option for others. One good way to decide what type of bags to get is to look at what other products are packaged in. Look for how whatever you’re packaging is typically packaged and then try that type of bag.

Then, just make sure the bag’s thickness will work with your sealer. For the majority of the sealers on this list, you’ll be okay with just about every possible type of bag. Each different type of plastic and thickness of bag will require a different heat setting. It might take a bit of experimentation to find the right one.

Can I use these sealers with mylar bags (foil)?

Yes, most of these sealers will work with mylar bags. You could even use them to seal a mylar balloon.

How does it work?

A better name for an impulse sealer might be a heat sealer. These tools use heat to essentially melt a small strip of plastic so it forms a seal.

The reason it is called an “impulse” sealer is that the heat it applies is not continuous. Rather, the heat is dispersed in small impulses.

The timer on a sealing machine controls these impulses which control the total amount of heat that is applied. Thicker plastics will need more heat, or more impulses.

This is why thicker bags will take a bit longer to seal. The heat is generated through a wire which then heats the sealing element that you close over your bag.

See the video below from Dimitri S on how to use it:

What is the difference between an impulse sealer and a heat sealer?

In a heat sealer, the heat applied is continuous. This gives you less control. Often, these terms are used interchangeably but they are, in fact, different tools.

Which do you recommend for Amazon FBA?

When packaging products to send in for the Fulfilled by Amazon program, you’ll want an impulse sealer that is easy to use and efficient.

Even more importantly, you’ll want a tool that seals effectively so that your products arrive and stay in good condition while in the Amazon fulfillment center.

Think about the size of the products you’re shipping. If you ship a wide variety of sizes of products, you’ll probably want a larger sealer like the 16” Metronic or the Jorestech Foot machine (see the list above).

You should also consider your volume. If you’re only shipping in small batches, you’ll be fine with one of the Metronic or the Bag-N-Seal or the Flexzion.

If you’re consistently sealing a large volume of products, though, it will be worth the investment to go with a foot-operated hands-free tool like the Jorestech or the GoPlus Commercial. They just offer a whole other level of efficiency and they are worth the investment for that reason.

What is the difference with vacuum sealers?

A vacuum sealer adds a step to the sealing process. Before sealing, it removes all air from the package. This is a good idea for certain uses, but it’s unnecessary for others.

An impulse sealing system just seals the bag. It doesn’t have any impact on the contents of the bag. One point to make, though, is that it does create a tight seal so there is the possibility that some moisture could get into the bag, depending on your climate.

For this reason, you may want to put a silica packet into the bag along with certain products that could be damaged by moisture when using an impulse sealer. This wouldn’t be relevant with a vacuum sealer.

Whether you sell baked goods or bath products or clothing or anything else, whether you sell on your own or use Amazon FBA, a good machine can make your products look great with professional quality packaging.

All of these sealers are easy to use but it does take some practice. You might have to experiment to find the right heat level for each type of plastic you use.

Have you ever used an impulse sealer? How was your experience? If you’ve never used one, do you have any questions? Please feel free to ask in the comments or to share any insights you might have.